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Six Great Glasses in Santa Barbara County

PANARO BROTHERS WINERY for CABERNET SAUVIGNONAs fifth generation Italian Americans, Panaro Brothers Winery pays homage to their heritage; Vito Panaro is the winemaker while his brother David manages the business. Their handcrafted single varietals truly showcase the beauty of California wine made in a traditional Italian style. The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon, featuring grapes sourced from Paso Robles, is elegant and bold with hints of blackberry and cherry. The ruby red color is just perfect to admire! This wine is a reliable favorite that pairs well with almost any food or occasion, plus it ages well if you store it for later. Visit for a taste of Italy in California!4517 Market St #7, Ventura | (805) 654-1577Thu 3-9pm, Fri 3-7pm, Sat-Sun 11am-7pm | www.panarobros.com

MAGNAVINO CELLARS for SYRAHMagnavino Cellars is known for producing outstanding small-lot premium wines, sourced from superior vineyards throughout California. This last February, their 2012 Syrah won Best of Class and a Gold Medal at the prestigious West Coast Wine Competition in Sonoma, California. This syrah is big and bold, yet extremely approachable. Notes of ripe blackberry and boysenberry, mild spice and a silky dark chocolate finish. The tannins and acidity are well integrated and the finish is long and full. 961 N. Rice Ave., Suite 5, Oxnard | (805) 983-2500Fri 2pm-8pm | Sat-Sun 11am-6pm | www.magnavino.com

LIONS PEAK WINERY for PETIT VERDOTJennifer Arant, owner, winemaker and sommelier of Lions Peak is a self-described “producer of small lot, handcrafted, premium Bordeaux boutique wines.’’ So it is no surprise that her Petit Verdot has earned many Gold Medals and created a distinct following of wine connoisseurs! Her Petit Verdot is a unique wine displaying exceptional intensity and structure alongside rich, dark berry elements of complex flavors with exotic floral notes. Lions Peak loves to give their Bordeaux wines time to show off in the spotlight, and such is the case with their Petit Verdot.1659 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang | (805) 693-5466Mon-Fri 11am-7pm, Sat-Sun 11-8 | www.lionspeakwine.com

LORING WINE COMPANY for PINOT NOIRLoring Wine Company is recognized for outstanding Pinot Noir, sourced from prestigious vineyards in California. Visit their quaint tasting room in Buellton and try their newly released Pinot Noir from the Clos Pepe Vineyard, situated in the Sta. Rita Hills. This wine stains the palate with intense raspberry liqueur and deep cherry flavors, rich but also lively and focused, showing excellent finish with silky, shapely tannins. This sexy Pinot is delicious now but has the depth and balance to age. 420 East Hwy 246, Buellton | (805) 691-1300Mon, Thu, Fri 11am-5pm | Sat-Sun 10am-5pmwww.loringwinecompany.com

La MONTAGNE WINERY for CHARDONNAYThe grapes for this beautiful Chardonnay are grown in one of the oldest vineyards in the stunning Sta. Rita hills appellation. The vineyard climate is cool, allowing for long hang time before harvest; this results in great acidity in the final wine. This Chardonnay is nicely layered with fruit, sappy crispness, and a rich and silky mouth feel that makes you want to take another sip. It is a beautiful, food friendly wine, but also good enough to enjoy on its own. May each sip bring you joy!1509 East Chestnut Avenue, Lompoc | (805) 291-6643 Friday-Sunday 12pm-5pm | www.lamontagnewinery.com